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FV57 SLU

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,647 mi
Last recorded89,647 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV57 SLU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 19 Nov 2025 89,647 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front on manifold and central joint (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 13 Nov 2024 87,531 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

slight blow on exhaust manifold rear exhaust corroded

Pass 29 Nov 2023 84,454 miles

general corrosion on suspension components

Pass 2 Dec 2022 81,497 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 79,743 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 78,010 miles

front tyres close 2000 miles

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 22 Nov 2019 76,514 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 73,343 miles

Exhaust System Slightly Corroded (Particular rear box outer skin)

Pass 21 Nov 2017 66,907 miles

advise exhaust system slightly corroded (particularly the rear exhaust box outer skin)

advise handbrake travel high

Pass 21 Nov 2016 62,446 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 57,793 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 53,098 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 47,314 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 40,870 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 34,064 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 27,908 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Polo?

Based on 14,598,296 MOT tests across 1,156,928 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
5,193
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,156,928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 467,706
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 196,870
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 190,697
Stop lamp not working 181,097
position lamp(s) not working 168,944
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FV57 SLU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 62,240 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Polo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 467,706 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV57 SLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Polo typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 19 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV57 SLU registered?

FV57 SLU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 10 December 2007.

Is FV57 SLU safe to buy?

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